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Seadog Chicago Wine Flight River Cruise

July 31, 2013

July 31, 2013 Calling all wine loving, late night cruisers! We have a perfect tour for you! Navy Pier is hosting the Seadog Chicago Wine Flight River Cruise, a 75-minute wine tasting cruise on the Chicago River. This not-so-speedy Seadog Cruise will take you down the Chicago River with a lively guide educating you on […]

The Hindu | Tall Ships Chicago 2013

July 29, 2013

July 29, 2013 The “Hindu” is one of the fourteen magnificent tall ships set to sail into Chicago for the Tall Ships Festival presented by Pepsi. Like with almost every tall ship, you bet there is a tall tale to tell when it comes to this 79-foot beauty. Formerly known as “Princess Pat,” she started […]

Pride of Baltimore II: American History Sails into Navy Pier

July 28, 2013

July 28, 2013 When tall ships return to Navy Pier August 7-11, one of the 14 ships in the fleet is the Pride of Baltimore II. Commissioned in 1988 as a sailing memorial to the original Pride of Baltimore which tragically sunk in 1986, Pride of Baltimore II is a 157-foot a reproduction of an […]

Mixin’ It Tonight!

July 26, 2013

July 26, 2013 If you haven’t made your entrance yet, we suggest you do! Mix it ‘Til Midnight has started off strong and we will definitely be taking advantage of the car ride home from uber after a long night out! Photo credits: Katie Cieski and Chelsea Snell Our night began at Harry Caray’s Tavern […]

Navy Pier Segway Tours

July 22, 2013

July 22, 2013 Chicago is meant to be explored. By boat, by bus, by foot, by bike, and now – by Segway! Absolutely Chicago Segway Tours has been a popular hit in the Chicagoland and the exciting trip starts right here at Navy Pier! Everyone enjoys learning more about this beautiful city but lets face […]

Cirque Shanghai Around Chicago

July 20, 2013

July 20, 2013 Blink and you might miss them! Navy Pier serves as the official venue for Cirque Shanghai’s lauded “Dragon’s Thunder” over the summer months, but that doesn’t mean the cast can’t be spotted elsewhere. Cirque’s schedule of special appearances includes two of the best that a Chicago summer has to offer. After stops […]

Mix It ‘Til Midnight Presented by Bacardi! | Navy Pier

July 19, 2013

July 19, 2013 Navy Pier has always been the perfect party spot and on Friday, July 26th we’re transforming the Pier into one of Chicago’s biggest nightclubs! With ice-cold mixed cocktails and the hottest tracks mixed live on the lake, it is sure to be a crazy night! Starting at 9 p.m., Navy Pier will […]

Chicago Match Cup at Navy Pier

July 18, 2013

July 18, 2013 Who doesn’t love a good boat race on a sunny afternoon? It’s safe to say everyone does! The Chicago Match Cup Race will be returning this summer to Navy Pier and will set sail alongside the majestic Tall Ships® Chicago 2013 presented by Pepsi® festival! Brought to you by The Chicago Match […]

SS Sørlandet Returns to Chicago and Navy Pier

July 15, 2013

July 15, 2013 In 1933, Chicago was the on the forefront of the world’s stage hosting its second world’s fair: A Century of Progress Exposition. The sail training ship SS Sørlandet (Norwegian for “The South Land” and the name for the southern region of Norway) made her first transatlantic voyage from Kristiansand, Norway to serve […]

Cirque Shanghai July Facebook Contest

July 12, 2013

July 12, 2013 Oh, that winning feeling. As much as everyone loves a great deal, there’s nothing like getting things for free. Last month, Cirque Shanghai doled out a 4-pack of tickets to one lucky Cirque fan. That fan became the proud winner of a premium prize package that included four Emperor’s Court tickets, four […]

BIGart at Navy Pier!

July 10, 2013

July 10, 2013 Navy Pier’s Gateway Park is full of beautiful trees, lots of space for your picnic lunches, a beautiful fountain , and some of the biggest and most spectacular art in the city! Our BIGart exhibit has been wowing audiences since last summer with its amazing collection of large-scale public sculptures from some […]

Wind Down Wednesdays | Navy Pier

July 8, 2013

July 8, 2013 We love summer for so many reasons. And one of our favorite things about summer is back! We’re talking about Navy Pier and the RedEye’s Wind Down Wednesdays! After a hectic start to the work week, there’s nothing better than treating yourself to a night out with the girls, after-work drinks with […]

Out Late at Navy Pier

July 5, 2013

July 5, 2013 We’re one of Chicago’s favorite spots, especially for families looking for a little daytime fun. But what about those of us who want to have a little fun when the sun goes down? Let the Pier after dark be your playground! Navy Pier restaurants, bars, and theaters are all open late during […]

The Fourth of July at Navy Pier!

July 3, 2013

July 3, 2013 The Fourth of July is almost here and you’re in the best city in the world for celebrating: Chicago! Last year’s big Windy City Independence Day celebration was pretty spectacular, but we’ve gotten the inside scoop that this year’s festivities, including everyone’s favorite fireworks display at Navy Pier, will be bigger and […]

Shrek The Musical | CST

July 1, 2013

July 1, 2013 “I’m in love, (ooooh) I’m a believer, I couldn’t leave her if I tried … ” Name that movie tune! Need a hint? Big, green, swamp-living, funky-eared … we’re talking about Shrek, of course! And if you hadn’t heard, he’s coming to the Chicago Shakespeare Theater this July! That’s right! Everybody’s favorite […]